ULCCS Demonstrates Scalable Infrastructure Capability with ₹453 Crore Project Delivery

The Uralungal Labour Contract Co-operative Society (ULCCS), one of India’s largest cooperative infrastructure organisations, has completed three major infrastructure projects with a combined value of ₹453 crore, showcasing its engineering capabilities across coastal protection, complex bridge construction and climate-resilient road development.  

The projects — a large-scale coastal protection system, a major water-crossing bridge, and a flood-resilient highway corridor — demonstrate ULCCS’ ability to execute technically demanding infrastructure works in challenging geographies. Together, they reflect the growing relevance of cooperative-led infrastructure development models in delivering large public works efficiently and at scale.  

With more than a century of experience and over 7,500 projects executed, ULCCS has evolved from a regional cooperative into a multi-sector infrastructure solutions provider, undertaking complex projects in transportation, coastal engineering and urban infrastructure.  

Said Remeshan Palery, Chairman of ULCCS, “The successful completion of these projects highlights the depth of ULCCS’ engineering and project management capabilities. From coastal protection systems to large bridge construction and climate-resilient road infrastructure, these projects demonstrate how cooperative institutions can deliver technically complex infrastructure that strengthens connectivity, safeguards communities and supports economic growth. As infrastructure needs expand across India, such models can play an increasingly important role in delivering resilient and community-focused development.”  

Coastal Protection Engineering

One of the projects involved the execution of a 7.31-kilometre coastal protection system designed to mitigate shoreline erosion and recurring sea intrusion, a challenge faced by several coastal regions across India.  

The project required large-scale marine engineering works including the placement of approximately 1.25 lakh tetrapods and 8.5 lakh tonnes of granite armour units, along with groyne structures to stabilise shoreline sediment movement. Such coastal infrastructure is increasingly critical as Indian coastal settlements face rising climate risks and extreme weather events.  

The project received the Outstanding Infrastructure Project 2023 recognition from the Indian Concrete Institute (ICI) Kochi Chapter, highlighting the engineering quality and execution standards achieved.

Complex Water-Crossing Bridge Construction

ULCCS also delivered South India’s Longest Over-Backwater Road Bridge, a 1,755-metre bridge constructed almost entirely over water, requiring specialised marine construction methods including barges and floating platforms.

The bridge incorporates 55 meters bow-string arch spans and multiple long spans, designed to meet navigation requirements of inland waterways while improving connectivity for previously isolated island communities.

Projects of this nature demonstrate the specialized engineering capabilities required for bridge construction in water-dominant geographies, increasingly relevant for infrastructure development across coastal and riverine regions in India.

Climate-Resilient Transportation Infrastructure

The third project involved the development of a semi-elevated highway corridor designed to remain operational during seasonal flooding, an approach increasingly important for transportation infrastructure in climate-vulnerable regions.  

By elevating critical sections of the corridor above flood levels, the design ensures all-weather connectivity while reducing disruption to economic activity and mobility for surrounding communities.  

Such resilient road design models are becoming increasingly relevant as India’s infrastructure planners incorporate climate adaptation into future transport networks.  

The completion of these projects underscores ULCCS’ ability to deliver complex infrastructure solutions across diverse terrain and engineering environments. As India continues to expand investments in coastal resilience, transportation connectivity and climate-adapted infrastructure, ULCCS aims to leverage its cooperative model and century-long engineering expertise to contribute to infrastructure development across the country.